Village Board Minutes

July 11, 2007 (11)

A regular meeting of the Village Board was held July 11, 2007, 6:00 PM in the firehouse, 16 Saratoga Ave.

Mayor Winslow called the meeting to order & Undersheriff Woodcock led the Pledge of Allegiance.

Roll Call: Trustees Denno, Densmore, Enekes & Lescault were present.

Motion by Trustee Denno, seconded by Trustee Lescault approved the minutes of regular meeting June 20, 2007 and special meetings June 25 and 27, 2007 as typed.
Carried – 4 – 0

SPECIFIC REQUESTS

John Yannaci, President of the Corinth Merchants Association, presented the Board with a 211 signature petition asking for assistance to improve the image of Main Street. They wish to present a positive image of downtown Corinth.

The following spoke in regard to the poor image of Main Street:
            James Murray, Center Street
            Sher Millis, Studio Store and Main Street resident
            Kate Halliday, Main Street
            Mollie Milkiewicz, Main Street merchant
            Kathy Densmore, Sherman Avenue
            Ed Byrnes, VP Corinth Merchants Association
            Diane Densmore, Main Street merchant
            Renee Baker, Town of Corinth
            Sigrid Koch, Town of Corinth
            Dan Mills, Center Street

Mayor Winslow has received NYCOM information regarding loitering for the Board to review. Attorney Avigdor stated that many of the problems cited are currently illegal. Undersheriff Woodcock said that the officer on the 4 to 12 shift will be spending more time on Main Street and explained the deposition procedure for violations not witnessed by an officer.

Trustee Enekes questioned the ownership of “The Spot” located on Main Street. Catholic Youth Services spokesperson Josh Schupp-Star, the manager of The Spot, responded with details of hours, policies and programs. They are willing to relocate if they can find a suitable place. 

Mayor Winslow will have Board records researched to ascertain what, if any, permission was granted regarding the ramps on Main Street.

Inspector Jacon stated that routine apartment inspections are not required. He suggested that inspections be required before vacated property is rented.

Trustee Denno is the liaison with the Merchants Association and Mayor Winslow is a member. He stated that this petition request will remain on the agenda until there is a solution.

Sher Millis of the Studio Store on Main Street presented the Board with a painting of the Village Hall by resident artist Tony Lubus. The Board will send a letter of appreciation.

DEPARTMENT REPORTS

CLERK – Account Clerk Mosher was present, report for 7/11/07 read & filed.

Resolution #20 approved adjustments to water/sewer roll.

TREASURER – Treas Fuller was present, report for 6/20/07 read & filed.

Motion by Trustee Lescault, seconded by Trustee Densmore approved payment of abstracts #4 & #5: Payroll $35,399.59; General $132,198.26; Water $6,525.57; Sewer $11,685.17.
Carried – 4 – 0

Unifirst contract expires end of August; a contract at the same rate is available. Board agreed for Treasurer to pursue.

PaineWebber, the manager of firemen’s retirement, to meet with Board. Mayor Winslow will pursue.

FIRE DEPARTMENT – Chief Kelley was present, report for June 2007 read & filed.

Resolution #21 purchase fiberglass building to house electrical components for Jessup’s Landing Park and fire siren.

Resolution #22 purchase National Grid power pole for Jessup’s Landing Park.

POLICE – Undersheriff Woodcock was present, report for June 2007 read & filed.

He stated that more signs regarding skateboards are needed.

DPW/WATER/WWTP – Foreman Walsh was present.

BUILDING INSPECTOR – Insp Jacon was present, report of 6/21/07 – 7/11/07 read & filed.

ATTORNEY – Atty Avigdor was present, report for 7/11/07 read & filed.

JJP sidewalk bid is unacceptable as written. Atty Avigdor suggested revisions to the current document.

OLD BUSINESS

The Technical Amendment to the Zoning Law is redrafted and review is needed before proceeding.

Nuisance Law needs to be kept on the agenda. There are additional versions to review.

Appraisal quotes for approximately 500 acres on West Mountain were requested. Three quotes were received.

Resolution #23 accept quote of $900 from Appraisal Resources, LLC to determine range of value for potential sale of watershed property.

Board agreed for Atty Avigdor to revise proposed Outdoor Wood Furnace regulations: date of operation changed to end of April, smokestack to 12 feet (height must also adhere to NYS Code) and replacement of existing furnace with same size or smaller.

NEW BUSINESS

Prohibition of dogs from parks is being considered because people are not complying with the “scooper” regulations.

Comments for and against dog prohibition from the parks were received from Dennis Morreale, Kate Halliday, Mitch Saunders, Dan Mills, Joel Duguay and Sher Millis. Board decided to table the issue pending further consideration.

Motion by Trustee Densmore seconded by Trustee Denno to publish in the Post Star a public hearing for Section 8 Agency Plan for 6:00 PM September 5, 2007 at the firehouse 16 Saratoga Ave.
Carried – 4 – 0

PUBLIC COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & CONCERNS

Mitch Saunders questioned Village participation in Section 8.

Jim Murray requested that Planning Board and Zoning Board of Appeals minutes be published on the website.

BOARD COMMENTS, QUESTIONS & CONCERNS

Trustee Denno questioned when the next regular Board Meetingwould be held.

Resolution #24 approved cancellation of July 18, 2007 regular Board Meeting.

ADJOURNMENT

Motion by Trustee Lescault, seconded by Trustee Densmore that Board adjourn, 7:50 PM.
Carried – 4 – 0

Nancy E. Mosher
Recording Secretary